Education is the great equalizer
Since 2008, the George and Missouri Bell Foundation Inc. has been committed to providing educational and charitable assistance as a 501(c)(3).
Who we are
The George and Missouri
Bell Foundation is the collaborative vision of family
members who are the descendants of George and
Missouri Bell’s eight children. The Bells served as
community activists who helped recently freed Blacks and their children to pursue an education, careers, and personal
freedom. The George and Missouri Bell
Foundation serves to honor their hard work and
personal sacrifice.
What we do
Awarding scholarships to students
in need of financial support.
Providing educational materials to
schools, daycare centers, and other educational institutions and organizations.
Aiding and supporting senior citizens
by conducting workshops specific to
their needs.
our impact
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40
Scholarship grants awarded
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2000+
Books to day cares, after school, and other education-based institutions and organizations
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$28,000
Monentary total of scholarships awarded
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4000+
School supply items to over 21 institutions and organizations
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12+
Workshops to over 400 senior citizens
institutions (to date)
UNC Greensboro
Mary Institute of Art
NC State University
UNC Charlotte
UNC Chapel Hill
East Carolina
Duke University
NC Central University
UNC Pembroke
Hampton University
Norfolk State
Spelman College
Appalachian State University
UNC Wilmington
Morehouse College
East Carolina
Mercer University
Stevenson University
Howard University
Northeastern University
Xavier University
North Carolina A&T
Scholarship Spotlight
2012 George and Missouri Bell Scholarship Recipient
Captain Jalen R. Anderson
United States Air Force – C17 Pilot
Graduate of Harding University High School &
Liberty University School of Aviation
"It was always a dream for me to either design planes or fly them. My dream became a reality in 2017 when I received my degree of Science in Aviation. Thank you, George and Missouri Bell Foundation, for helping me soar high and achieve my goal. I will be forever grateful."
Scholarship Application Requirements
This scholarship is awarded on a competitive basis and the candidate must meet the following eligibility requirements:
Enrolled or accepted to an accredited four (4) year college, university, two (2) year community or technical school
Minimum grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale
Demonstrated commitment to school activities
Demonstrated public service in or for the African-American community
Demonstrated financial need
Two Recommendations
2024 - 2025 officers
Willie Settle
Debra
Cobb
Secretary
Nailah Graves -
Manns
Vice- President
Dr. DeLauren McCauley
TiMitra Hilderbrand
- Jones
Treasurer
Board Chair
President
contact us
George and Missouri Bell Foundation
10626 Honeyfur Court
Charlotte, NC
28278
www.georgeandmissouribellfoundation.com
Email: georgemissouribellfoundation@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/georgemissouribellfoundation
Twitter: @georgmissouri1
Paypal
GeorgeandMissouriBellFoundation@gmail.com
Zelle
GeorgeandMissouriBellFoundation@gmail.com
Membership
Membership is open to EVERYONE
$ 10 - YOUNG ADULT (21–2 4)
$ 20 - ADULT (25–6 1)
$ 35 - COUPLES (25– 61 )
$ 15 - SENIOR (62–79 )
$ 30 - SENIOR COUPLE ( 62–79 )
$ 0 - SENIOR LEGACY ( 80 & ABOVE )
CONTRIBUTIONS OF ANY AMOUNT ARE APPRECIATED
Contributions are tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3)
of the United States Internal Revenue Service Code.
https://apps.irs.gov/app/eos/details/